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- Coumadin or Warfarin Diet and Testing InformationPatients taking Coumadin, or the generic form of the drug called Warfarin, need to be aware of the foods they eat and other medications they take, because many interact with the therapeutic benefit of the blood-thinning drug.
- Foods that Affect Coumadin WarfarinCoumadin, also known as Warfarin is a common medication used to thin blood and decrease blood clotting. Many nutrients like Vitamin K can impact the function of this medication.
- Coumadin: What Is it and Why Am I on It?This is an overview of the drug Coumadin also known as Warfarin. I will give some facts about this drug and the importance of compliance with this drug as well as some safety tips while on this drug.
Coumadin Therapy Patients: Home-test for Your PT/INR ReadingsDo you tire of traveling to the lab bi-weekly or monthly to have your PT/INR checked? I am sure you do, but you do so because having your blood too thick or too thin is life-threatening. You can now test at home if your doctor approves.
Five Common Herbs that Alter the Effectiveness of Coumadin (warfarin)If you have been prescribed Coumadin, you need to be aware of some common herbs that can alter the effectiveness of this drug.- My Experience Taking Coumadin for Atrial FibrillationIn 1988 I was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. It was a very frightening experience. I was afraid my heart was going to stop any minute. I now take Coumadin to prevent blood clots and have done very well.
Coumadin 1mg Tablet Blister Packs RecalledBristol-Myers Squibb has recalled 1 mg Physician Sample Blister Packs and 1 mg Hospital Blister Packs only. This recall does not involve Coumadin 1 mg supplied in bottles or any other strengths and dosage forms of the product.- A Future Without Warfarin/CoumadinThis article will briefly explain the RE-LY trial, which compared Warfarin to Dabigitran and found better outcomes with the latter drug, which does not need monitoring like Warfarin.
- Coumadin Side EffectsCoumadin side effects have a natural range from mild to moderate to severe to life threatening.
Did Coumadin Kill My Father?My father died suddenly at the age of 59. The diagnoses was liver cancer. He rarely drank and did not smoke. This type of cancer does not run in our family. I am searching for answers to see if Coumadin is responsible for taking my Father's life.- Common Mistakes When Taking CoumadinCoumadin is a widely used medication or blood thinner. There are some common mistakes people make when taking coumadin.
- Do Supplements Have an Effect on Coumadin?Coumadin is an anticoagulant medication that is used as a blood thinner. It is usually administered orally, though in some cases, patients may receive an injection. Patients on Coumadin, or any other anticoagulant medication, must be monitored closely and have ...
- Coumadin (Warfarin) Therapy: What You Need to Know About AnticoagulantsAn informative article about what Coumadin is used for, what the risks are and things to avoid while on this medication. Includes information about pulmonary emboli, deep vein thrombosis and atrial fibrillation.
- Chronic Subdural Hematoma: Signs of RecurrenceThe recurrence rate of a chronic subdural hematoma is 5 to 33 percent. Symptoms of a recurring chronic subdural hematoma are not necessarily identical to the symptoms of the original CSDH.
- Causes of HypercoagulationHypercoagulation is a condition where the blood is clotting too much. My article gives an overview.
- HypercoagulationHypercoagulation means the clotting of blood. My article states the causes, diagnosing and treating this condition.
- Medications to Help and Prevent StokeMedications generally prescribed to prevent and help stroke.
- Brand Vs. Generic: What You Should Know Before You Enter the PharmacyMillions of people fill prescriptions each day. Some when they pick up a script realize it was filled with generic and not brand. What does this mean?
